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Combigan Eye Drop 5ml

Quick Overview

Combigan Eye Drop 5ml (Timolol 0.5%+ Brimonidine 0.2%), Timolol is used to treat high blood pressure, stabilize irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias), prevent angina (heart pain) and improve survival chances post heart attack. It is also used to treat glaucoma, a condition wherein there is an increased pressure in the eye and this may lead to blindness. It is also used to treat headaches due to migraine.Brim... Read More

Uses

Timolol is used to treat high blood pressure, stabilize irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias), prevent angina (heart pain) and improve survival chances post heart attack. It is also used to treat glaucoma, a condition wherein there is an increased pressure in the eye and this may lead to blindness. It is also used to treat headaches due to migraine.Brimonidine is used for the treatment of open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension (increased pressure inside the eye).

How it works

Timolol belongs to a beta-blockers class of medication. It relaxes the blood vessels and reduced the blood pressure. It makes heart relax and pump blood at a slower rate for heart attack patients. In eye, it decreases fluid production and thus decreases pressure.Brimonidine belongs to the group of medicines called sympathomimetics. It reduces the amount of fluid in the eye and thus reduces the eye pressure.

Common side effects

Decrease in blood pressure, Dry eyes or discharge from eyes, Feelings of depression, Sensitivity to light, Blurring of vision, Impotence, Worsening of heart failure, Shortness of breath, Nausea, Irritation and pain in the eye, Heart blocks, Skin rash, Vomiting, Common: for tablet-weakness, Low blood pressure, Abnormal tingling, Breathlessness such as in asthma, Constipation, Numbness or pain over any area of the skin, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Abnormal sensation in eye or crusting in eyelids, Cramp like pain on walking, Swollen hands or feet.for eye drops-blurred vision, Inflammation in the eye, Sleeping difficulties or cough., Headache, Decrease in ability to urinate.for eye drops-erosion of the cornea, Itchiness, Change in taste.uncommon: for tablet- slow heartbeat

Nasal dryness, Systemic allergic reactions, Itching of skin .common: dizziness, Fatigue, Blurred vision, Depression., Inflammation and swelling of the eyelid, Whitening of the see-through layer which covers the surface of the eye, Abnormal taste, Erosion on the surface of the eye and staining, Allergic reaction in eye, Inflammation of the see-through layer which covers the surface of the eye, Eye dryness, Drowsiness, Sensitivity, Burning and stinging, Conjunctivitis, Pounding or fluttering sensation in chest; irregular heartbeats that one can feel /change from normal heartbeat, Local irritation in eye, Very common: irritation of eye, Abnormal vision, Gastrointestinal symptoms, Dry mouth, Foreign body sensation, Headache, Weakness .uncommon: thumping, Upper respiratory symptoms

Expert advice

It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to timolol or other beta-blockers or any of the other ingredients of the tablet.

Do not start or continue timolol, if you are taking any other medication for high blood pressure or heart condition or other beta blockers.

Avoid taking timolol, if you have asthma or other respiratory disease that causes breathing problems (eg. chronic bronchitis, emphysema, etc.).

Do not start or continue timolol, if your have diabetes, thyroid disorder, liver or kidney dysfunction or ulcers, pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal glands that leads to persistent or episodic high blood pressure).

Avoid taking timolol, if you are breastfeeding or pregnant.

Do not drive or operate machines, as timolol may cause dizziness or tiredness.

Timolol does not make eyelashes grow. It is a blood pressure lowering medication. It is not known to cause weight gain/hair loss/miosis. It may cause dry eyes/slow heart rate as a side effect. If any side effects of the drug are observed then one should inform the doctor immediately.

Brimonidine

Q. Is brimonidine the same as Alphagan?

Yes, Alphagan is a trade name of drug brimonidine.

Q. Is brimonidine or brimonidine tartrate a beta blocker?

Brimonidine or brimonidine tartrate is a sympatomimetic drug and not a beta blocker.

Q. Does brimonidine cause fatigue?

Yes, feeling fatigue is a very common side effect of brimonidine. Always consult your doctor if you experience such type of side effect.

Q. Why does brimonidine cause miosis?

Brimonidine causing this side effect is very rare. It may be because of overdose of other alpha2-agonists. Always consult your doctor if you experience such type of side effect.

Q. How does brimonidine lower intraocular pressure (iop)?

It reduces the intraocular pressure by reducing the amount of fluid in the eye.

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